Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:41am on 17 Sep 2026,Thursday India Global
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as India faces fresh pressure from Washington over its Russian oil purchases. Putin praised Modi’s contribution to strengthening the “special and privileged” India-Russia strategic partnership and highlighted his authority on the global stage. Trump’s birthday message was conveyed through the US Embassy, which wished Modi health and happiness. The greetings came as the US House passed a Russia sanctions bill that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on countries continuing to buy Russian oil.
